Transport Legislation

Legislative framework for transportation systems, road safety, public transport, aviation, and maritime matters.

The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Diwali Celebrations, Leicester) Regulations 2026

Established a temporary restricted airspace for unmanned aircraft in Leicester during the 2026 Diwali celebrations.


These Regulations prohibit the operation of unmanned aircraft at or below 1,300 feet above mean sea level within a specified one-nautical-mile radius of central Leicester.

The restriction applies to all drone operators from 15:00 hours on 8 November 2026 until 02:00 hours on 9 November 2026, unless they have obtained express permission from the Leicestershire Police. The measure is intended to protect the large crowds expected to gather for the city's Diwali celebrations.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Falmouth, Cornwall) (Emergency) (Revocation) Regulations 2026

Published: Thu 24th Sept 26

Revoked emergency flight restrictions over Falmouth, Cornwall.


These Regulations revoke the emergency airspace restrictions previously imposed over Falmouth, Cornwall.

The measure applies to all pilots, aircraft operators, and unmanned aerial vehicle users, permitting the immediate resumption of standard flight operations within the affected area.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Hull Fair, Humberside) Regulations 2026

Published: Thu 24th Sept 26

Established temporary restricted airspace for unmanned aircraft at Hull Fair between 9 October and 17 October 2026 to ensure public safety.


These Regulations prohibit the flight of unmanned aircraft below 1,100 feet above mean sea level in the vicinity of Kingston-Upon-Hull during the 2026 Hull Fair.

The restrictions apply to a circular area with a 0.5 nautical mile radius during specified windows between 9 October and 17 October 2026.

The mandate applies to all unmanned aircraft operators, with specific exemptions for aircraft operated by or on behalf of a Police Air Support Unit or those with written permission from Aerial Defence Ltd.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Falmouth, Cornwall) (Emergency) Regulations 2026

Published: Wed 23rd Sept 26

Established an emergency restricted flying zone below 5,000 feet around Falmouth, Cornwall.


These Regulations establish a temporary restricted airspace in the vicinity of Falmouth, Cornwall, in response to an ongoing emergency.

The order prohibits all aircraft from flying below 5,000 feet above mean sea level within a 1.5 nautical mile radius of a specified central coordinate, unless authorized by the police. These restrictions apply to all civilian and commercial pilots and take effect immediately upon the signing of the instrument.

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The Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (Commencement No. 3 and Transitional Provisions) (Amendment) Regulations 2026

Published: Tue 22nd Sept 26 Came into force: Thu 17th Sept 26

Extended the transitional period for Alternative Dispute Resolution providers from 5 October 2026 to 7 January 2027.


These Regulations amend the transitional provisions of the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 to extend the deadline for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) providers and special ADR arrangements to comply with new requirements.

The document changes the end date of the transitional period from 5 October 2026 to 7 January 2027.

This extension applies to ADR providers, particularly those in the aviation sector, and enables the Civil Aviation Authority to be integrated as a competent authority within the new regulatory framework.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria) Regulations 2026

Published: Tue 22nd Sept 26

Restricted the flying of unmanned aircraft below 1,200 feet near Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, between 22 and 26 September 2026 for national defence reasons.


These Regulations prohibit unmanned aircraft from flying below 1,200 feet above mean sea level within a specified area around Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria.

The restriction applies to all unmanned aircraft operators from 22 September 2026 to 26 September 2026, unless they obtain permission from the Ministry of Defence Police or are already subject to existing airspace restrictions for nuclear installations or military prohibited places.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Royal Air Force Lossiemouth) Regulations 2026

Published: Tue 22nd Sept 26

Established a temporary restricted airspace around RAF Lossiemouth for flying displays on 1 October 2026.


These Regulations prohibit aircraft from flying below 8,000 feet above mean sea level within a specified 6-nautical-mile radius of Royal Air Force Lossiemouth on 1 October 2026.

The restriction applies between 11:15 and 12:45 Co-ordinated Universal Time to accommodate high-energy manoeuvres during the Royal Air Force Number 1 Group Industry Day.

Pilots may only enter this airspace if they have obtained specific permission from the designated Flying Display Directors or the air traffic control unit at RAF Lossiemouth.

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The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Royal Air Force Coningsby) (No. 2) Regulations 2026

Established a temporary no-fly zone below 8,500 feet around RAF Coningsby for a flying display on 26 September 2026.


These Regulations establish a temporary restricted airspace around Royal Air Force Coningsby to facilitate a flying display.

The order prohibits all aircraft from flying below 8,500 feet within a 6-nautical-mile radius of the station during a specified window on 26 September 2026.

These restrictions apply to all pilots and aircraft operators, except those granted specific permission by the Lincolnshire Terminal Air Traffic Control Centre or the Air Traffic Control units at RAF Coningsby or RAF Waddington.

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